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Weight

Male: 90-100; Female: 80-90 lbs

Height

Male: 24.5-27.5; Female: 23.5-26 inches

Color(s)

White

Overview

Originating during the 1920's, this breed was developed by Dr. Antonio Nores Martinez to be a fearless big game hunter. They were also used in police and military work as well as a family guard dog and guide dog. However, the Dogo Argentino breed became a favorite of those involved in the bloodsport of dog fighting and as a result gained negative noteriety. In 1991 the Dogo Argentino was banned in Britain under the Dangerous Dog Act. They are also banned in Australia.

Character

With a unique coat, extremely strong jaws, and intense expression, the Dogo Argentino is a muscular breed of Mastiff proportion. This breed is highly intelligent, courageous, and mentally stable. Unprovoked aggressiveness or cowardice is considered to be a severe defect.

Temperament

The Dogo Argentino is not recommended for the novice or first time dog owner. This breed is extremely dominant and requires a dominant owner. It is crucial that new owners find ethical and reputable breeders as a steady temperament is imperative. They are loyal and devoted to family and make excellent guardians of their home and territory. This breed will do well with other pets they have been raised with. They are good with children but should never be left unsupervised. Dogo Argentino's area breed that exhibits dignity and is imposing in appearance. Potential owners need to be aware that this breed may be targeted for banning laws. In addition, insurance companies may refuse to provide homeowner policies due to the risk of legal issues.

Care

Dogo Argentino's require weekly brushing to minimize loose and dead hair. Bathing should only be done when necessary using a mild shampoo or a shampoo formulated for white coats. Frequent nail clipping is required. This breed is relatively healthy, although deafness and hip dysplasia can occur.

Coat

The Dogo Argentino coat is glossy, thick, short, and is soft in texture. They are constant shedders.

Training

Early and intense socialization and obedience training is an absolute must. This breed is highly intelligent and training must be done with respect, love, firmness, fairness, and consistency. The Dogo Argentino responds well to reward. Unpredictable behavior can occur if training is done with harshness, kennel isolation, or a regime of tough training. They excel in agility, as guide dogs, and police work.

Activity

This breed thrives on athletic activity and vigorous exercise. They are not recommended for apartment living. They do best in a securely fenced yard. The Dogo Argentino make good walking and jogging companions provided they are securely leashed and muzzled in public.

Ownership

Help reduce the number of Dogo Argentino puppies in shelters by doing your due diligence. Many puppies are often purchased with little or no knowledge of what goes into parenting one. Uneducated decisions often leave the puppy in need of adoption and in the care of rescue groups. Bringing home a puppy into your family has many benefits but we first implore you to educate yourself. An informed decision will take into account the characteristics of the breed, your lifestyle, expected veterinary care, the demands and limitations of owning one, their activity requirements and levels of companionship required.

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Anonymous asked:

1/13/2015 9:37:57 PM

1/13/2015 9:37:57 PM

Is the Dogo Argentino good with kids?

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Anonymous

The Dogo Argentino is not for a first time owner, they need an experienced dog owner and understanding of the breed. The Dogo Argentino can be just fine with children if raised with them, but all interactions need to be supervised at all times. The Dogo Argentino is a powerful dog and can easily knock a child over by accident, but because the Dogo Argentino has a very high prey drive, they can mistake a child for something fun to chase. So lots of socialization between the dog and child/children need to happen and supervision at all times.1/14/2015 10:30:21 AM

Anonymous asked:

2/12/2013 9:16:26 PM

2/12/2013 9:16:26 PM

I have a dominant and slightly aggressive 3 year old Yorkie, How will she do with a female Dogo? My Yorkie is not fixed yet, I'm considering getting her fixed since I don't think I am going to breed her. I am also wondering if spaying her will make her less aggressive towards other female dogs?

I want a Dogo Argentino but not really sure if they are legal in the state of Washington. I live... I want a Dogo Argentino but not really sure if they are legal in the state of Washington. I live in Seattle, WA. I'm 44, in great shape and single. I have a house with fenced yard and I have time for the dog. I'm a full time student in college. Will the dog accept being around my male cat? My cat is comfortable around any dog's.

I am thinking of adopting a 1 year old deaf dogo argentino. I took him for a home visit and he... I am thinking of adopting a 1 year old deaf dogo argentino. I took him for a home visit and he was a little aggressive with my 6 year old dog who is a lab/pointer mix that I rescued whom I have trained to be a therapy dog. I would like to rescue this dog and make him a therapy dog. Would a deaf dogo make a good therapy dog?

It depends on whether or not the Dogo Argentino is introduced properly to the other dogs. 5/13/2012 9:45:38 PM

Anonymous asked:

12/30/2011 12:00:44 PM

12/30/2011 12:00:44 PM

Will a dogo protect me from any sort of animal and a human and will I be legally responsible if... Will a dogo protect me from any sort of animal and a human and will I be legally responsible if my dogo protected me by bitting someone else when they attacked me?

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Anonymous

yes, but you are held accoutable if a tea cup poodle bites someone. 1/4/2012 12:00:59 PM

Anonymous asked:

3/27/2011 7:11:51 PM

3/27/2011 7:11:51 PM

Are dogo argentinos legal in california?

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Anonymous

no, not in the state but there may be bans in different cities 6/18/2011 10:58:48 PM

Anonymous

yes, dogo argentinos are legal as of now there are no state bans for dogo argentinos.7/7/2011 1:54:11 AM

Anonymous asked:

3/3/2011 3:56:32 PM

3/3/2011 3:56:32 PM

Around how much does a Dogo Argentino cost??

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Anonymous

Dogo Argentino's cost usually almost 2,0006/6/2011 3:19:16 PM

Anonymous asked:

10/10/2010 12:46:31 AM

10/10/2010 12:46:31 AM

What dogs are breed together to get the Dogo Argentino?

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Anonymous

The Dogo is made up of the following breeds although not in equal parts. The Dogo is now a recognized breed and is a purebred.
1. The Fighting dog of Cordoba
2. The Pointer
3.The Boxer
4. The Great Dane
5.The Bullterrier
6. The Spanish Mastiff
7. The Dogue de Bordeaux
8. The Great Pyrenees
9. The Irish Wolfhound
10. The Bulldog11/8/2010 5:31:37 PM

Anonymous asked:

10/3/2010 1:28:08 PM

10/3/2010 1:28:08 PM

What are some of the risks for legal issues with the Dogo Argentino breed?

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Anonymous

The Dogo is not currently on any home owners insurance lists for being uninsurable. A trained dog of any breed is the key to being lower at risk.11/8/2010 5:33:51 PM

Anonymous

The Dogo Argentino has received a bad wrap, just like the pit bull. If abused or encouraged to be violent, they can become mentally unstable and can do a lot of damage without any provocation, what with being larger and stronger than the average pit bull. But if well raised, they make an excellent guard dog and companion around the home. All you've got to do is not beat the poor things. Legal issues in the US are currently the same as with any other dog. You're liable to be sued for damages should the dog attack someone, and it will be put down. 1/12/2011 11:28:38 PM

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